fuel tank removal RENAULT MEGANE SCENIC 1995 Service Repair Manual

96420R3
FUEL SUPPLY
Fuel filter
13
SPECIAL TOOLING REQUIRED
Mot. 1265 Pliers for removing quick release
unions
LOCATION
The fuel filter is located under the vehicle in front
of the fuel tank.
99214R
REPLACEMENT
Replace the fuel filter at each major service.
REMOVAL
Before removing the filter, take precautions to
catch the fuel which will run out (do not clamp
the pipes as they will be damaged).
Remove the clips (1).
Disconnect the pipes with quick release unions (2)
using tool Mot. 1265.
Remove bolt (3) and remove the fuel filter.
REFITTING
Observe the direction of fuel flow (marked by an
arrow on the filter).
Reconnect the pipes by hand (it is not necessary to
use tool Mot. 1265).
Ensure the quick release unions are correctly
connected.
Refit the safety clips (1).
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ANTIPOLLUTION
Fuel vapour recirculation
14
CANISTER
This is located at the front of the vehicle.
REMOVAL
Remove the computer mounting.
Disconnect:
- the pipe (1) connected to the fuel tank (use
clamp Mot. 1265),
- the pipe (2) connected to the solenoid valve.
99219R
From under the vehicle:
Remove the two mounting bolts for the canister
(pass the wrench between the mudguard skirt and
the bumper).Remove the canister.
99220R
14-6

Mot. 1199 Exhaust pipe cutting tool
Mot. 1265
Pliers for removing quick release
unions
Mot 1265-01
FUEL TANK
Fuel tank
19
IMPORTANT :
during the complete removal and refitting opera-
tion, do not smoke and keep all heat sources
away from the working area.
DRAINING THE FUEL TANK (petrol version)
Remove the plastic access cover (under the rear
right hand seat).
Remove the clip (if fitted).
Disconnect the quick release union (1), Mot. 1265
(see below for details on fitting the pliers).
EQUIPMENT REQUIRED
INTAIRCO pneumatic pump for draining the fuel tank
(petrol or diesel), (see EQUIPMENT 95 catalogue).
Piston pump 333 (for draining diesel fuel tank).
SPECIAL TOOLING REQUIRED
97163R2
Fit a pipe onto outlet (A) long enough to empty
into a container outside the vehicle.
Note : the INTAIRCO pneumatic pump may also be
used (
see EQUIPMENT 95 catalogue) or piston
pump 333. Refer to your After Sales Head Office
for more details.
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FUEL TANK
Fuel tank
19
Disconnect the pipes from the fuel tank filler neck
using tool Mot. 1265.
Fit a jack under the fuel tank.
Remove the 3 mounting bolts at the front of the
fuel tank.
Slacken the mounting bolts for the rear mounting
sufficiently to allow the fuel tank to be released.
IMPORTANT:
when removing the fuel tank, release the brake
pipes sufficiently to avoid deforming them.Mot. 1265 : 8 mm diameter pipe.
Mot. 1265-01 : 10 mm diameter pipe (diesel fuel
supply circuit).REFITTING
Refitting is the reverse of removal.
Take care not to compress the pipes (risk of a
leak).
Fit the quick release unions by hand and ensure
they click together correctly (two O rings ensure
sealing).
Take care to ensure the heat shields are correctly
refitted.
96420R2
99216S
19-22

Mot. 1264-01 Wrench for removing the pump -
sender unit nut.
Mot. 1265 Pliers for removing quick release
unions (petrol engine)
Mot. 1265-01 Pliers for removing quick release
unions (diesel engine)
FUEL TANK
Pump and sender unit
19
SPECIAL TOOLING REQUIRED
IMPORTANT :
During all operations on the fuel tank or fuel sup-
ply circuit, it is vital to:
- avoid smoking and keep all heat sources away
from the working area,
- take precautions against fuel splashes due to
the residual pressure in the fuel pipes when
they are removed.
REMOVAL
The fuel tank does not need to be removed to re-
move the pump and sender unit assembly. It may
be reached from inside the vehicle as follows :
- disconnect the battery,
- lift the rear bench seat,
- remove the plastic cover,
- disconnect the electrical connector (1),
- remove the clips (2).
97163R5
19-26